Fried Swai Recipe
Make Fried Swai Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Fish Preparation
Breading
Frying
Method
Fish Preparation
- 1
Season the Fish
Rinse the swai fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season both sides of the fillets with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and lemon juice. Let them marinate for about 15 minutes.
Breading
- 2
Prepare the Breading Station
In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, and paprika. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until smooth.
- 3
Bread the Fish
Dredge each fillet first in the flour mixture, then dip it into the egg mixture, and finally coat it in the flour mixture again, ensuring an even coating.
Frying
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers. You can test if the oil is hot enough by dropping a small piece of bread into the oil; it should sizzle.
- 5